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Pulled Pork Patties with a Crispy Pork Rind Crust
If you ever find yourself with leftover pulled pork and no desire to eat the same meal twice, these Pulled Pork Patties are the perfect solution. They’re crispy on the outside, creamy and flavorful on the inside, and an easy way to turn leftovers into something completely new. Made with cream cheese and coated in a crunchy pork rind crust, these patties are hearty, satisfying, and naturally low-carb.
The cream cheese adds moisture and richness, keeping the patties tender while helping everything hold together. Diced onion brings just enough bite, and the pork rind coating delivers that golden, crunchy crust without using traditional breadcrumbs. If you’re not low-carb, panko crumbs work just as well, making this recipe flexible for different diets.
Ingredients
- 4 cups leftover pulled pork
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup diced onion
- Garlic pepper (or your favorite seasoning blend), to taste
- ½–1 cup almond flour (for coating)
- 2 large eggs
- 1–2 cups finely ground pork rinds (or panko crumbs, if not low-carb)
- Oil for frying (enough for about a ¼-inch depth in the skillet)
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Pork Mixture
In a large mixing bowl, combine the pulled pork, softened cream cheese, diced onion, and garlic pepper. Mix thoroughly until everything is well incorporated. The mixture should be thick and easy to shape.
Step 2: Set Up the Breading Station
You’ll need three shallow bowls:
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Almond flour in the first bowl
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Whisked eggs in the second bowl
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Ground pork rinds in the third bowl
This three-step process ensures a crispy, golden crust.
Step 3: Form the Patties
Divide the pork mixture into 8 equal portions. Roll each portion into a ball, then gently flatten into patties about ½–¾ inch thick.
Step 4: Bread the Patties
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Coat each patty lightly in almond flour (both sides).
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Dip into the whisked eggs, making sure it’s fully covered.
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Press into the ground pork rinds, coating evenly and gently pressing to adhere.
Step 5: Fry Until Golden and Crispy
Heat about ¼ inch of oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add patties in batches (do not overcrowd).
Cook for 2–3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and heated through. Adjust the heat as needed to prevent burning.
Transfer cooked patties to a paper towel-lined plate while finishing the remaining batches.
Serving Suggestions
Serve warm with:
- BBQ sauce
- Ranch dressing
- Honey mustard
- Salsa
These patties also make a fantastic appetizer, lunch option, or even a protein-packed dinner served alongside a simple salad or roasted veggies.
Crispy, creamy, and packed with flavor, these patties are proof that leftovers don’t have to be boring—and they just might become your new favorite way to use up pulled pork.
Pulled Pork Patties
Ingredients
- 4 cups leftover pulled pork
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup diced onion
- garlic pepper to taste
- almond flour for coating
- 2 eggs
- 1-2 cups ground pork rinds (or panko crumbs)
- oil for frying
Instructions
- Combine leftover pulled pork, cream cheese, onion, and seasoning (to taste).
- You will need 3 shallow bowls for the breading process. Almond flour in one bowl (you can add more as needed). Whisk the 2 eggs in the second. Place the ground pork rinds in the third bowl.
- Roll the pork into 8-10 balls, and flatten slightly to create a patty. Dip the patty in the almond flour on both sides to coat. Then dip in whisked eggs and then into the ground pork rinds.
- Heat ¼" oil, beef tallow, or bacon greese in a large skillet, add the pork patties to the hot oil in batches, don't overcrowd them. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and heated through. Remove to a paper towel-lined plate while cooking the rest.
- Serve with BBQ sauce, ranch, honey mustard, salsa, or your choice of dipping sauce or toppings.
Nutrition
- Coarsely ground garlic with black pepper
- Bold California Style texture
- No MSG Added
- Great in salads, vegetables and mashed potatoes
- USAGE TIP: Perfect for seasoning hamburger patties
- Features natural spices and flavors, including pepper, garlic, paprika and onion
- Provides great flavor with shake-on convenience
- No MSG
- Livens up meat, fish and vegetables
- Enhances meals during cooking or at the table
- Includes 4 Oz Baken-ets Chicharrones Fried Pork Skins, Traditional flavor
- We cook each crispy, crunchy bite to perfection
- Baken-ets Fried Pork Skins bring you the great flavor that’s been loved for generations
- Baken-ets pork skins have been America’s favorite pork skin snack for over 50 years
- Grab the crunchy and delicious Baken-ets Fried Pork Skins and savor the flavor!
- Pack of 18, 1.75-ounce bags of original microwave pork rinds (31.5 total ounces)
- Less than 1g total carbs per serving; 6g protein per serving
- Hot & crispy pork rinds made right in the microwave
- Only 6g of total fat per serving, less fat than traditional pork rinds
- Eat them right from the bag or with your favorite sauce
- PROTEIN SNACK: Satisfy your crunch cravings with crunchy, light, and airy pork rinds that pack 8g of protein into each serving
- GLUTEN FREE SNACK: These pork rinds are gluten free with less than 1g total carbs per serving
- ANTIBIOTIC FREE: Made with skins from pork raised without antibiotics
- TASTY VERSATILITY: Reach for a bag from your pantry for a snack or part of lunch; Use crushed up pork rinds as a breadcrumb alternative
- CONTAINS: One 2.5 oz pouch of EPIC Sea Salt and Vinegar Flavor Pork Rinds; 5 servings per pouch
